William J Barclay the Plain Dealer Editor of Souris
A profile of William J Barclay, proprietor of the Plaindealer in Souris, tracing his Scottish origins, emigration to Canada, rise from farm chores to editor publisher and manager, and his local influence in journalism and business. It notes his editorial stance, community role, and personal details including family and chess prowess.
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William J Barclay
Barclay
W Lam
James Harclay
Fleith
Ayrshire
Zoozen
Winnipes
Western Metropolia
Dominion
Scotland
Eldersona
Manitoba
Souris
Parelar
Edok
Unger
Parelay
Miss Saunderson
Plain Fealer
Hason
Canada
Manioba
William J. Barclay
The
Souris Plaindealer
Edvanet’s Means and Change in Manitoba Printing Office
A fragmentary passage traces Edvanet’s management shift in a Manitoba printing house. It notes a 1884 partnership with Dickie and Ahernarts, Dickie handling editorial, and changes in oversight as Mr Barclay took the editor’s chair. The text hints at subsequent buyouts and office work adjustments.
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Piginteaier
Dior
Patton
Dickie
Ahersarts
Manitoba
RH. Conk
Beale
Barclay
Canon McAlpine Speech Sparks Irish Unemployment Debate
Canon McAlpine told gathered unemployed in Cit en County Galway that people would be foul to starve. The scene featured rustic imagery as sheep grazed nearby, while a humorist note hinted at reverence and thanks. The article also notes broad appeal of Dr Thomas Electric Oil and Minard’s Liniment as popular remedies.
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Canon McAlpine
Citen
County Galway
Tugan
Humorist
Electrolysis and X Ray Depilatorines Endorsed by Physicians
A fragmented report notes that electrolysis and X ray depilatories are claimed as the sole methods endorsed by medical journals and prominent magazines. It cautions that DE ACLE is not endorsed and mentions a booklet offering free plain sealed company information.
The Breath of Life in Art and Ailments
A passage contrasts rare painters who breathe life into tints with boors who vandalize. It praises Bickle's Anti Consumptive Syrup as a throat remedy that relieves irritation, stops persistent coughing, and restores passages when used as directed. It ends with a motivational note about small daily actions leading to success.
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Hubkle
Bickle
The Emperor, War News, and a Household Joke
A muddled clipping recounts a Russian war rumor involving a battle off the coast. The Japanese Emperor questions news from the PM, joking that Russians might be behind trouble at sea. A domestic quip about a door and a bat follows.
Lost Fragment Echoes Prize Dreams and Training Demand
A garbled historical note discusses rising prizes and the need for better equipment and training. It reflects on the drive to win, warning that greater rewards require stronger preparation and more refined methods. The text names no clear individuals or events.
Inventions Claim Deep Sea Sounding by Waves
A Norwegian inventor outlines a method to sound deep sea areas using electrical waves. A message travels 18 rat down and back through water, timing the round trip to determine depth. Holloway's Corn Cure is promoted as a reliable remedy for corns and warts with a claim of universal effectiveness.
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Holloway
Fragmented Ostensibly Clever Curio Piece Mixes Sleep Aid Elopement Mentions
Mixed OCR style text references Success Magazine Sleeplessness Parmelees Vegetable Pills and a mock elopement inquiry from Chicago Inter Ocean. The passage blends promotional lines about sleep aids with cultural commentary and stray political notes about Russian revolutionaries, lacking a single cohesive narrative.
Lost voices tease empire and health reform drift
A patchwork of fragmented topics recalls Lord Derby lectures on empire ignorance, a call for continental travel as knowledge, and hopes for reform after Grand Duke assassination. Parmelee’s Pills touted for stomach trouble, mood lift, and energy, while marriage to a deceased wife’s sister enters legal limbo. Grace Donoughmore aids West of Ireland children through nature lessons.
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Lord Derby
Empire League
Lady Donoughmore
Miss Grace
New York
Children
Ireland
Fanny Crosby to Be Honored With Monument in 85th Birthday
Bridgeport Connecticut resident Fanny Crosby known for hymns such as Rescue the Perishing and Some Day the Silver Cord will Break has written an autobiography and is celebrated for eight thousand hymns. Churches plan programs and a monument on March 26 to honor her life’s work as she marks eighty five. Minard's Liniment Cures Dandrutt.
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Bridgeport
Connecticut
Miss Crosby
Rosalie
Fanny Crosby
New York Institution For the
Henry General Scott
James K. Polk
Mor Seward
Cleve
Churches of America
Dont Throw Away Money Aspert Winter Port Note
Fragmentary OCR reads as a casual note urging frugality and prudent spending during a cold season with scattered words about a port and arms. No clear event, person, or organization identifiable from the text.
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Wacorecgr. ME
Wituram
Shiloh
Thomas
Minard
Ayers
Ayer
Ayers Fille & Tetent Recovery
Bedtiene
Lot Geo. Pratt
Slocum
George Pratt
Clark
Queen Srater Waer
Tomonto
Rosexr Simpson
Company Ine
Success Magazine
Merce Maertareal
Sega
House Uating
NU No
Parmelee
Amy
Miss Padleigh
Blanche
Chicago Inter Ocean
Minard’s Liniment
Russia
AyersPiils
E. B. Eddy
Tees & Persse, Limited
Winnipeg
Crosby
Dandrutt
Royal Household
Sy Mrs. Robt. Adam
Ogilvie Flour Mills Company, Ltd
Shell
Cordovan
H.B.K
Hudson Bay Knitting CO
Montreal
Dawson
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Waltersiite
Henipep, St. Dob
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